Project Engineer

Description

Your role at GEI.

We are seeking an environmental engineer, geologist, or scientist to support GEI’s growing environmental remediation services within the oil and gas industry nationally. The ideal candidate will be technical-minded and will have experience working in the oil and gas industry at large, complex sites such as refineries, bulk terminals, and other industrial facilities within state- and/or federally-led regulatory programs. The candidate will bring a deep focus on technical excellence and strategic thinking. You will join a growing team of highly motivated project managers, staff professionals, and senior leaders with a deep focus on collaboration, quality, and client relationships. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your technical skills and collaborate with other environmental and engineering professionals within a close-knit team who works hard and supports each other.

Location Carlsbad, California, though for exceptional candidates location in any of GEI's North American offices may be considered.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform technical analysis related to non-aqueous phase liquid (NAPL) such as delineation, stability, recoverability, and natural source zone depletion (NSZD) evaluations.
• Perform similar technical analysis for other contaminants and phases, e.g., petroleum hydrocarbons, chlorinated solvents, metals, and PFAS.
• Prepare conceptual site models (CSMs).
• Prepare and review plans, reports and technical presentations for delivery to clients and regulators.
• Perform and/or manage on-site field staff during the implementation of investigation and design projects.
• Develop and task manage project plans, work scopes, schedules, and budgets with associated tracking and organizational tools.
• Work with staff and senior technical experts in offices throughout the nation to deliver high quality work products to local clients.
• Provide technical direction and training to staff, as necessary to complete assignments.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior staff.
• Delegate and coordinate project tasks.
  
  

Professional Skills And Attributes

• Excellent technical analysis and data management skills.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and independently in small and large teams.
• Experience working at NAPL remediation sites such as refineries, bulk terminals, and other industrial facilities within state- and/or federally-led regulatory programs.
• Ability to be adaptive, creative, and bring inventive solutions to projects and problems.
• Willingness to learn new skills and build partnerships with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent organization, schedule, and budget management skills.
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude and commitment to producing quality work.
• Overnight travel may be required; approximately 10 to 15%.
• Experience with human health and/or ecological risk assessment is a plus.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, hydrogeology, geology, or similar science.
• 5+ years of professional experience relevant to environmental consulting.
• Demonstrated ability to perform technical analysis and write technical reports.
• Technical aptitude for environmental and remedial evaluations.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with plume stability evaluations, LNAPL transmissivity test implementation and evaluation, NSZD test implementation and evaluation, and/or similar evaluations.
• Programming capability (e.g., R or Python) to perform complex evaluations and/or automate routine tasks.
• Experience working with databases (e.g., EQuIS) and GIS.
• Professional registration (e.g., P.E., LSP, P.G., etc.) or ability to obtain in area of expertise.
• Master’s degree in environmental engineering, hydrogeology, geology, or similar science.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s license.
• Willingness and ability to travel on short-term assignments as needed.
  
  

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $40.88 – 57.72/hour
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More…
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

Bending

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

X

Pinching/fine motor skills

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure Risks)

Weight around 50 lbs

Usual Workday Hours

X

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.